Lifting Legends

We’ve found the Fountain of Youth — it’s in the gym.How else can you explain every gym’s local jacked old-timer? You know, that 60-something-year-old beast warming up with your one-rep max. The science of “old man strength” is spotty at best, but there are some interesting tips we’ve learned from some weightlifting vets who — by the way — are still going strong.

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Andreas Cahling (60)

You’ve probably seen Andreas Cahling from various “one weird secret” pop up ads splayed across the Internet. Cahling has been bodybuilding professionally for 37 years and uses a training combination of cycling, weight training, posing and dancing.

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Lou Ferrigno (64)

He never could top Arnold Schwarzenegger in his prime, but if his current physique is a solid consolation! If the two men were to square off now, the Incredible Hulk would take the edge. SEE ALSO: Ferrigno’s Incredible Arm Routine

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Robert Irby (64)

There aren’t very many pro bodybuilders out there that can say that they’ve been competing for more than 40 years! Robert Kirby became the 60+ Bodybuilding Champ in 2014 and he’s still looking great. His secret? After dominating his bodybuilding division in 2012, Irby credited his focus on nutrition.

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Louie Simmons (66)

Squatting more than 700 pounds instantly qualifies you as a beast. Doing it well into your 60s makes you something completely and fantastically different. Louie Simmons AKA The Godfather of Strength, created the “Westside Barbell” training method and is one of the few vets on this list who coaches for a living.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger (68)

It’s been forty years since The Oak won his first Mr. Olympia title, but he’s still going strong. Granted, not as strong as he used to go. Schwarzenegger does more machine work these days keep his joints healthy.SEE ALSO: Arnold’s Machine-Only ‘Terminator’ Workout

Vince McMahon (70)

Name another 70-year-old with a back like this? Don’t worry we’ll wait…When he isn’t ruling over WWE or relaxing with family, “Mr. McMahon” is in the gym, pumping out giant sets like it’s his job.

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Art Peacock (80)

Yes, you’re reading that right, Arthur Peacock is eighty years old. If his age, definition, and surprisingly slick website (pictured above) aren’t enough badassery for you, here are some more tidbits. The Englishman competes against men almost a decade younger than him. He’s been competing for more than 50 years, has 55 titles to his name, and competed just five weeks after suffering a “mild” heart attack earlier this year. If that’s not a plug for perseverence, we’re not sure what is.

Lifting Legends

We’ve found the Fountain of Youth — it’s in the gym.

How else can you explain every gym’s local jacked old-timer? You know, that 60-something-year-old beast warming up with your one-rep max. The science of “old man strength” is spotty at best, but there are some interesting tips we’ve learned from some weightlifting vets who — by the way — are still going strong.

Andreas Cahling (60)

You’ve probably seen Andreas Cahling from various “one weird secret” pop up ads splayed across the Internet. Cahling has been bodybuilding professionally for 37 years and uses a training combination of cycling, weight training, posing and dancing.

Lou Ferrigno (64)

He never could top Arnold Schwarzenegger in his prime, but if his current physique is a solid consolation! If the two men were to square off now, the Incredible Hulk would take the edge.

Robert Irby (64)

There aren’t very many pro bodybuilders out there that can say that they’ve been competing for more than 40 years! Robert Kirby became the 60+ Bodybuilding Champ in 2014 and he’s still looking great. His secret? After dominating his bodybuilding division in 2012, Irby credited his focus on nutrition.

Louie Simmons (66)

Squatting more than 700 pounds instantly qualifies you as a beast. Doing it well into your 60s makes you something completely and fantastically different. Louie Simmons AKA The Godfather of Strength, created the “Westside Barbell” training method and is one of the few vets on this list who coaches for a living.

Arnold Schwarzenegger (68)

It’s been forty years since The Oak won his first Mr. Olympia title, but he’s still going strong. Granted, not as strong as he used to go. Schwarzenegger does more machine work these days keep his joints healthy.

Vince McMahon (70)

Art Peacock (80)

Yes, you’re reading that right, Arthur Peacock is eighty years old. If his age, definition, and surprisingly slick website (pictured above) aren’t enough badassery for you, here are some more tidbits. The Englishman competes against men almost a decade younger than him. He’s been competing for more than 50 years, has 55 titles to his name, and competed just five weeks after suffering a “mild” heart attack earlier this year. If that’s not a plug for perseverence, we’re not sure what is.